ESSENTIALLY BASQUE (HB)

The Basque country is legendary for its vibrant markets, deep culinary traditions, and a culture of eating well. With just a handful of simple ingredients - potatoes, olive oil, eggs, shrimp, tomatoes, garlic - plus a few easily sourced staples like piquillo peppers, tinned fish and paprika, you can create dishes that are at once rustic and refined. Recipes include croquetas de jamon; classic tortilla de patatas; gildas, the iconic pintxo of anchovies, peppers and olives; and silky creme caramel. Approachable and deeply flavourful, these are recipes designed for real home kitchens.